The dispute now places Tooro at a delicate crossroads between customary authority and Uganda’s legal framework. Omusuuga Kamurasi has called for respect for tradition and the law, while President Museveni has called for peace and unity among the Batooro.
On commercial diplomacy, the United States is shifting assistance toward private-sector-led growth, including efforts with Australia, Japan, New Zealand and Taiwan to connect every Pacific Islands Forum country to a trusted undersea cable network. A second Pacific Investment Summit is scheduled to be hosted in early 2027.
According to the NCPD, the training seeks to raise awareness among Lower Councils and the National Council on their respective mandates and responsibilities. Participants will also receive information on various government livelihood programmes to improve access and participation of PWDs in economic empowerment initiatives.